8 Hours in the Langhe: Barolo, Barbaresco and Hilltop Lunch

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8 Hours in the Langhe: Barolo, Barbaresco and Hilltop Lunch

An eight-hour outing from Turin into the UNESCO hills of the Langhe visiting two prestigious wineries for Barolo and Barbaresco tastings and a traditional lunch.

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8 Hours in the Langhe: Barolo, Barbaresco and Hilltop Lunch.

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Torino
Operator
Bologna Tour
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Food Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Embark on an unforgettable eight-hour journey through the Langhe vineyards to explore the region's food and wine traditions. The itinerary moves through stretches of rolling hills that embrace villages, castles and towers, and includes visits to two prestigious wineries producing Barolo and Barbaresco, plus a gastronomic lunch in the heart of the Langhe.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WINE

Two Prestigious Wineries and Classic Piedmont Reds

The tour visits two renowned Langhe wineries where tastings focus on regionally defining wines—Barolo and Barbaresco—offering a direct lesson in Piedmont's signature varietals and traditions.

THE FOOD

Gastronomic Lunch in the Vineyards

A traditional lunch is included, served either at one of the wineries or at a local restaurant, pairing local dishes with the wines tasted during the visit.

THE LANDSCAPE

UNESCO Hills, Villages and Castles

The route threads through the Unesco-designated hills of the Langhe, with scenic views of hilltop villages, historic towers and castles that frame the wine country.

What the day feels like

What the Day Feels Like

The day is a steady, considered unfolding: a private vehicle carries the small group from Turin into the folds of the Langhe; two winery visits punctuate the drive, each with guided tastings; between tastings there is time to take in the landscape, and a sit-down traditional lunch anchors the middle of the day amid vineyards or in a local restaurant.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits—and what the operator has (and hasn't) specified about limits.

1
Wine-focused TravelersIdeal for travelers centered on wine and regional gastronomy; the program's core is winery visits and tastings. The operator did not provide participant limits, age, or health restrictions.
2
Food EnthusiastsA match for those seeking a gastronomic experience, with a traditional Langhe lunch included; the operator did not supply participant or age/health restrictions.
3
Sightseers and Landscape PhotographersGood for travelers who value scenic drives and hilltop villages—the route showcases UNESCO hills and historic towers; no participant limits or health restrictions were specified by the operator.
4
FamiliesMay suit families where members enjoy food and views, but specific participant or age restrictions were not provided by the operator and should be confirmed before booking.

Practical planner

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Duration

The outing runs for eight hours.

Inclusions & Logistics

Private vehicle and driver are at disposal; the tour includes visits to two wineries with tasting and a lunch served in one of the wineries or at a local restaurant.

What’s Not Included / What to Bring

Tips are not included.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Langhe Wine Experience?

The tour lasts eight hours.

Where does the tour start?

Meeting location is Turin.

How many wineries will we visit?

The itinerary includes visits to two wineries in the Langhe area, with tastings.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included and served either at one of the wineries or at a local restaurant.

Are wine tastings included?

Yes. Tastings at both winery visits are part of the tour.

Is transportation provided?

Transportation is provided: a private vehicle and driver are at disposal for the day.